How many of you were watching this, expecting to eventually think, "Yeah. That IS a really good $10 knife?" 😂
@royvinator70385 ай бұрын
Yep, it's a ten-dollar knife.
@Incaensio5 ай бұрын
I'd pay 15 bucks maybe
@Ojb_19595 ай бұрын
It’s the best nife I own🤓
@vittoriovuocolo24385 ай бұрын
Craftsman has a really good under $20 knife .so anything is possible.
@TheJimicus5 ай бұрын
That's what I was thinking. At $40 you're getting into Civivi territory with I'd take over this all day. QSP is even cheaper.
@shadow77965 ай бұрын
It's a solid knife. With ceramic bearings, the blade action doesn't get any smoother. Plenty sharp out of the box, nice size and weight, too. Lifetime warranty. I personally like the carbon fiber handle. The only thing I could pick on is the pocket clip. It's pretty stiff, and there's no extra positions, but it works. I'd like to know which knife company is making them for Harbor Freight. It's just as good, if not better, than anything Walmart carries in their sporting goods section. I got the last one they had in stock last week and the girl told me that they can't keep them in stock.
@ftkinney5 ай бұрын
I’m 100% with you on both clips, I don’t use them & carbon fiber. G10 is fine. I’ll get one the next ICON coupon comes out to leave in a tool bag.
@paule19835 ай бұрын
I'm hooked on Kershaw knives, split frame lock, well made & under $40 bills...Ive had pricey blades, always get pinched or lose em.. I'm sticking w/ Kershaw...
@shuster19215 ай бұрын
Love them myself, and 90% of the knifes I own are Kershaw.
@Tenskwatawa4U5 ай бұрын
If you dig crappy blade steel, Kershaw is definitely the way to go.
@patrickgorham42695 ай бұрын
Hate to break it to you, and I like Kershaw and bought one, well several, but the first one I bought was absolutely ridiculously sharp, it'd shave the hide off a GOLF BALL like a hot knife through butter, still have it and carried it for a couple years, it was my first GOOD KNIFE. NOW,,,the down side, the cheaper Kershaw knives are made with 420 trash can steel, if you want D2 as this one is plan on paying $50 or more, now they have premium steels now even MAGNACUT BEING pretty much the best steel for any knife but not so easy to sharpen, plan on paying $200 or more for a Kershaw with that steel, yes they have cheaper premium steels but still at around $129-150 , maybe a little more, the old 8cr13mov that used to be in EVERY Kershaw is around $$40 plus. I'm a knife nerd and have a pretty good collection, anything between Gerber and Kershaw to several Spydercos, ZT and Benchmade and other brands. NOW the new standard in knives is not only the steel quality which D2 like this one is decent enough budget steel but also the action, how smooth it flips out and how smooth it closes. Just two or three years ago pivot bearings were a good bit more expensive and on more premium knifes but ceramic bearings were ONLY on the highest dollar most premium knives, I'm not talking $200 knives no, we're talking on knives $500-1000 and beyond and this knife has ceramic bearings and is VERY SMOOTH. SOME people are complaining about harbor freight probably paid $5 for it, tell me, when you go to Walmart and buy a 72" TV for $400 , do you think they are ONLY making $10 profit, you can count on paying probably triple what they paid for it maybe more. I have one of these knives and if it were shit I'd tell you but this knife like I said is extremely smooth and made very solid, yes the liner lock could be a thicker metal but other than that five years ago you'd be paying upwards of $100 for this knife if it were made by a more reputable maker, maybe more. NOW if you search hard enough on DH GATE or the like you might find one for under $20, but a more exact copy of the knife this is copied from is about the same price, it's the Todd Begg Bodega and even their knife from his company made with the same materials is around the same price as this one and the custom one FROM Todd Begg made from the best steel, and materials and polished blade are several $100 dollars, still on ceramic bearings. This knife is a very nice beater knife and if you WERE thinking on getting the custom version from Begg knives you get to handle it get use to it and find out if you like it or not without going bankrupt and finding out you don't really like it. This knife will serve you well for cutting purposes I wouldn't recommend anything but light prying, IF THAT with it, there are other knives out there better suited for that but if you're opening packages or cutting boxes and straps, ropes, rubber tube or the like IT up for the task and look good doing it. If you're not really a collector and have a certain need buy a knife suited for that need but this one works for most uses and D2 sharpens easy, holds a decent enough edge and gets extremely sharp if you know how to do it but D2 will rust over time if you don't clean it off before storing it but if it's in your pocket daily and you just wipe off the blade now and then you should be good it's not extreme with rusting it's just not rust proof. If you want a no nonsense knife that's around the same price and is pretty much a do it all get the Cold Steel Finn Wolf and if you know anything about Cold Steel they have the strongest locking mechanism on the planet. Hope this helps out. Stay safe and God bless.
@loyalUSguy5 ай бұрын
@@patrickgorham4269Thanks for the in depth opinion. Appreciate the time you took. Wish more people would do that. I'm not a collector, just a guy that needs a reliable knife in his pocket or belt. I've used Buck knives mostly. Sure, I have beat them up, bent them throwing at trees and stuff. Lol. They seem to hold their original edge for a long time. You mentioned "prying". I know better than to mess up my "good" Bucks doing that. They won't take it. I'm open minded for a replacement carry knife that can take more abuse. Recommendations? Not looking for a collectable.
@patrickgorham42695 ай бұрын
@@loyalUSguy Like I mentioned the Cold Steel Finn Wolf is a great knife, anything Cold Steel is pretty much bullet proof especially far as the lock goes as long as you get one with the triad lock, the Finn Wolf is a about a 3 1/3 folder around $40-50 , you could do some prying with it as the blade is somewhat thick for it's size, it's not a bruiser blade but decent enough, you could beat it into a tree and hang your hunting gear from it long as it stayed in the tree. The harder you use a Cold Steel knife with the triad lock like batoning through wood that the other end of the blade sticks out far enough the better the locking mechanism works. I also have a CRKT SISEMIC, that blade is almost 4 inches if you like bigger blades, there's a video on KZbin where a guy beats it about 2 inches into a tree and puts it through other torture tests and it's like nothing happened to it, it's the only knife I've seen that came close to Cold Steels triad lock where they hand hundreds of pounds from the handle till it breaks, in fact Cold Steel was very impressed with it, a thicker blade, robust enough for some torture, he stabs it into wood and pries the tip out from the side showing the tip strength, something you wouldn't want to do with the harbor freight iconic knife, maybe lightly but not stabbing it in a half inch and prying it out sideways. If you want a fixed blade anything from ESSE KNIVES, their knives have a lifetime warranty, break it, bend it shoot it, it's covered send it back and they'll send you another one. There's lots and lots of good knives but even Cold Steel fixed blades if you do a little research are pretty much bullet proof. Get on KZbin and just look up torture tests for folders and fixed blades and just compare them and your needs and the money you're willing to spend, just because it costs more doesn't necessarily mean it's better or stronger. These two or three knife companies are well known and don't cost an arm and a leg so as not to break the bank. If you're looking for long edge retention then there's a VERY wide range of steels, it's gotten ridiculous, can't even keep up with them except a few but there are some very good budget steels that hold an edge very well, 14c28n, Nitro v, D2 is still good, there's so many but super steels can be significantly more expensive but keep an edge for a long time but can be harder to sharpen. Anyways don't mean to ramble on LoL, and I'm no expert, only what I've experienced, I have a friend that's much more informative than me and can tell you about just about every steel, it's too much for my brain to hold LoL. Cold Steel probably has the most extensive torture tests on their knives than any knife company out there, just look them up, it's been part of their biggest selling points. Good luck, hopefully you'll find what you're looking for, do just a little research so you know exactly what you're getting so you'll be happy with your purchase , does have to be expensive to be a great all around knife . Stay safe and God bless
@royalhoward28823 ай бұрын
I just purchased this HARBOR FREIGHT ICON knife a couple day's ago and absolutely love it. I'm a avid knife collector and just had to pick this very popular knife up.
@embracethesuck10415 ай бұрын
I'm still exclusively a fan of folding utility knives for every day use. Being able to abuse it in any way and then toss a new razor sharp blade on in seconds can't be beat. I'd love to see some quality options for that.
@massmike115 ай бұрын
Try the bluepoint version. I love mine, and the rosewood scales don’t hurt at all
@williamyoung3695 ай бұрын
Milwaukee 6in1 Fastback. Or Spec ops folder with 2 blade storage. I haven't tried the Toughbuilt from Lowes yet.
@embracethesuck10415 ай бұрын
@@williamyoung369My favorite so far is an all metal, thin one from Lowes. Sadly, they don't seem to make it anymore. Sits deep in the pocket, compact and sturdy.
@TheRolfano5 ай бұрын
Try the Doyle folding box knife. It flips open one handed. You’ll thank me later!
@nichevo15 ай бұрын
Gerber EAB all day
@Tusk2001Ай бұрын
As a knife guy, I wanted to check this out. Bought it today and man, is it nice! I’ve been buying knives under $100 because working in the woods doing tree work, you tend to lose stuff. This is surprisingly knice!
@oldroscoe25905 ай бұрын
I've got a single blade Schrade stainless steel, thin, easy to carry and use. Got it over 20 years ago, it's in my pocket everyday and must have used it thousands of times.
@panchopistola82985 ай бұрын
Cool story bro
@DixieOverland5 ай бұрын
I've had one for nearly 2 months now and the only improvements id make are a better pocket clip and make the finish on the handles be more resistant to scuffing. For $40 you cant beat it though!
@ZEBULON1815 ай бұрын
Can you switch the carry clip to the other side of the knife?
@DixieOverland5 ай бұрын
@@ZEBULON181 sure can't. It's not reversible.
@matthewbeaver50265 ай бұрын
Used in a wet environment? Only d2 i own rusted the first time i used it
@timduncan67505 ай бұрын
Is the clip removable? I was trying to look when it was turned over and thought it might be as I don't like clips either...
@DixieOverland5 ай бұрын
@@timduncan6750 you can remove it
@whirledpeaz57585 ай бұрын
I carry the Gordon (HF) Drop point. $10. The carry clip on it constantly works loose. This Icon looks like an upgraded Gordon. Think I'll get one when an applicable coupon/sale drops. At work, building marine engines, I carry the Doyle retractable utility knife and the Gordon folding utility knife(both HF). I open a lot of cardboard boxes and shrink wrapped pallets.
@adampeltier77715 ай бұрын
I also carry the Gordon knife and cut tons of cardboard. Pull the screws out of the clip and clean the threads really well then apply loctite. Solves the problem. I have the icon knife. It's great but no good due to being a lefty and you can't change the pocket clip around for lefties.
@rickpouley75615 ай бұрын
I love mine.. It only took about 4 months for the knives to be back in stock here in North Georgia..
@thelastjohnwayne5 ай бұрын
I am glad that it is Not Serrated I Hate serrated pocket knives
@denoftools5 ай бұрын
Me too
@chiparooo5 ай бұрын
Got one as a gift and it’s very nice. Works great, looks good, good quality. Not sure about the lifetime warranty if they take it off the shelves like they do with some products. We shall see. Thanks for sharing!
@ghostyybarnes77673 ай бұрын
Is imagine they would have another one out by then
@graysonsmith703112 күн бұрын
After seeing a rumor on the subreddit, I accidentally bargained and gaslit to get one for 40% off in store. I don't know much about knives, but it feels like a pretty good value.
@shealdedmon70275 ай бұрын
I'm sixty years old and I still have knives I bought as a teenager. I don't need another knife to throw in the box of knives I already own. I do need a new pocket knife. I wear out an old-timer every four or five years.
@kurtisengle62565 ай бұрын
Thanks. Another good choice is the Buck 284. Meets most stringent pocket knife law in Washington : 2 3/4". Biggest little knife I ever had. Littlest big knife too. $23, today on eBay.
@christianlucas65535 ай бұрын
I purchased mine a few months back with the 20% off coupon. So far, my only complaints would be the clip being too tight, and the liner lock is not my favorite either. But for the money, im loving it! Lets not forget the lifetime warranty! As for the cry babies talking $hit about being a sell out, they obviously dont watch your channel often! As for me, ill keep getting the most bang for my buck shopping at HF!!! 🤘
@iwrin5 ай бұрын
A lot of speculation about this Icon knife being a direct clone/copy of the Begg Knives Mini Glimpse. Not that it hasn't happened before, but the relationship between custom knife makers and overseas OEM's copying very recognizable and respected brands is an interesting conversation to have
@southside1975Ай бұрын
I would agee 100% but better looking and cheaper.
@Stonecon5 ай бұрын
"This knife is great!" Proceed to "not be a fan" of every detail he mentions. 😂😂
@toddbegg37495 ай бұрын
This is a direct knock off of my Glimpse model.
@JediKidLA5 ай бұрын
Not a bad deal. D2 isn't my favorite steel but it's still a decent good steel.
@TheDickstorm5 ай бұрын
What is your favorite steel?
@mysterc28625 ай бұрын
The issue with d2 is it will rust, but it does hold an edge quite well. If you make sure it’s dry you should be fine. Not that you asked me but I think as far as fav steels are concerned it really depends on the price your willing to pay and whether you can justify it or not. Kershaw has a lot of decent offering for under $70, honestly I would start there oppose to this. Lowe’s had an est wing Tanto for $25 in aus8, not premium steel either but holds an edge well. If you want a nice knife, and can justify up to $100 they are so many better options even at the $80 price point. Sorry this got long, have a good weekend all!
@markarmstrong33945 ай бұрын
Better steel than what's in most cheapie knives
@southside1975Ай бұрын
@@mysterc2862 isn't there a DP D2 that's way better then D2?
@mysterc2862Ай бұрын
@@southside1975I tried to look it up real quick I didn’t find anything stated as dp d2, im unsure of what you mean. In all fairness if your price point is 70 go look for a sale and you will find many options. D2 isnt bad by any means, its actually a very easy steel to sharpen and holds up well. Just make sure its dry or apply some oil now and then. If you want premium at a discount just keep your eye out for sales or discontinued items. The knife market is over saturated. You can find a great deal at $200. Heck the microtech msi is under $200 usually $187 for the origional, thats premium steel m390k. The Hugue deka is under $200 and comes in magnacut. Got mine for $176. There are less expensive options if your main concern is the steel and not so much handle material.
@sherlock18952 ай бұрын
I’ve had mine for a few weeks. It’s a great knife at a great price. I highly recommend this knife. Cheers!
@bladeboysfv56465 ай бұрын
IT MIMICS A TODD BEGG KNIFE!
@user-bm7mx9wo4p5 ай бұрын
I like my Milwaukee fast back, to me it’s the best I like how I don’t have to use a wet stone to sharpen it
@thorbaine74575 ай бұрын
How do you sharpen ???
@mdevore5482 ай бұрын
Replace the blade (box cutter)
@constitutionalright8275 ай бұрын
Sencut, Civivi, QSP, and many others make knives that I'd take all day over this one.
@vidacrazy3 ай бұрын
What's wrong with it?
@sherlock18952 ай бұрын
At what price are the knives you mentioned? What warranty?
@davesubers34152 ай бұрын
For 10 bucks?
@smokedogg198212 ай бұрын
It's d2 steel with a good heat treatment. I Rockwell tested it in 5 places and the average was 60.3 so it should hold a edge pretty well.
@markcook59625 ай бұрын
Going to pick one up. Ive been carrying the Milwaukee Fastback because I mainly use to open boxes and such.
@jaywhite18505 ай бұрын
I have the camo Fastback and I don’t know if I can go to a knife that doesn’t lock closed. Had a cheap one that started to open in my pocket (loose carry).
@robertpearson27355 ай бұрын
I need to grab one of these. Looks good not a bad price. I just hope it will hold a good edge because I'm pretty sure this will be an EDC.
@brandonburgener33135 ай бұрын
I’ve he mine for about 5 months and it’s great but it is D2 and prone to rust if not properly maintained. Very nice and well built especially for the money.
@jeffkushen55865 ай бұрын
D2 is a tough steel, but it is very far from rust resistant. If properly heat treated though it should provide a decent, easy to maintain edge. Wipe a little food safe mineral oil on it to prevent rusting.
@CarlSanford765 ай бұрын
They had to to make changes to it because it was very similar to a Begg folder.
@DeleteriousEffect5 ай бұрын
It'd be cool to see one of these on the shelf this year, and maybe by next year I'll have a chance to see one when a good coupon is running.
@everettclunie35254 ай бұрын
I’m a tech, and I carry a Spyderco shaman or CRK sebenza most days. Carried a kershaw blur and a few of the launch knives for years and years, and then I got into knife collecting. So, the knives I carry got more and more expensive lol. Love it though, it’s such a fun hobby.
@Saladon892 ай бұрын
Finally got my hands on this with the Icon 25% off coupon. I love it. It feels and looks very high quality. Very robust and solid. Theres been alot of misinformation videos on youtube saying bad things intentionally about it.
@handbananaistherapist6425 ай бұрын
I have 3 Gordon folding knives which were recalled. I did cut myself badly with mine, BUT instead of taking it back, I identified the flaw and fixed it. Now it is a great knife.
@nateo68065 ай бұрын
It's a cool knife and not raining on anyone's parade, but the Milwaukee Fastback is 15 freaking dollars at home depot in this cursed year of 2024.
@thorbaine74575 ай бұрын
Fastback is pretty much trash in my opinion!!! I never had Goodluck with them
@Stonecon5 ай бұрын
I got a CRKT minimalist bowie at Lowes for $27. Its a small straight blade with kydex sheath. My favorite edc knife. Fits in front pocket and has lanyard too
@DrGaryGreen5 ай бұрын
Cursed? Remember the empty shelves during Covid with the MAGA Moron as President? THAT was cursed.
@toddbobbitt27754 ай бұрын
Great knife at Home Depot I'll try out the Icon knife but have work pay 4 it
@pcerano7423 ай бұрын
Milwaukees $300 tools fall apart after 2 weeks. I can't imagine how long their $15 knife would last.
@scottmorris49145 ай бұрын
I wish the blade was under 3”. Thats why I bought the Vosteed Corgi.
@jthomas.5 ай бұрын
Just sharpen it aggressively. That .07 inches will be gone in no time .📏
@blueboyblue5 ай бұрын
The Specs on the Blade are 3.07". That's pretty close to 3". I'm not sure there is even a way to measure 0.07".
@scottmorris49145 ай бұрын
@@blueboyblue am in a world where they will look up the specs. Even now, since some manufacturers make a 2.99” blade, they are considering going to a 2.5” requirement
@superado2k5 ай бұрын
Finally able to find these in-stock at a HF not too far from me a couple of weekends ago. Was able to use a 15% OFF HF coupon as well. Great knife at a great deal!
@RJ-vb7gh5 ай бұрын
No, they aren't taking a loss on cheap Chinese die steel. D2 is both inexpensive metal and it's really easy to heat treat. The up side of D2 is that as a die steel, it doesn't deform or abrade easily so it keeps a sharp edge. The down side is that it rusts and breaks before it bends. I know prices have gone up recently, but there are way better knives and stainless steels in or about this price range. As to a 3 inch flipper, I don't personally see it, but that's up to someone's personal taste.
@dtester5 ай бұрын
Yup, I mentioned in another comment that the only way they might take a lost is if it was US made, but in China things can be made at extremely low cost.
@RJ-vb7gh5 ай бұрын
@@dtester Psudo knife experts tend to tout the virtues of D2 steel. My father was a toolmaker. And the reality is that D2 is an inexpensive steel that's very easy to work. It is soft and easily shaped and then can literally be air hardened. Moreover it has two sweet spots when tempering. It's hard to mess up. It's a great steel for a lower tech operation to work with. I'm not saying it's a bad knife or die steel, it's just cheap to buy and easy to work with, further reducing the labor costs. I find it funny, how D2 has somehow become popular for knives as it rusts pretty easily. For the most part people moved to stainless steels long ago and there are great stainless steels readily available now. Moreover, I find it kind of funny how people will pay a premium for Chinese D2, In all reality, these knives aren't cheap, rather name brand D2 knives are actually very much overpriced.
@Chfhands15 ай бұрын
Thats all good but no knofe is worth the $600+ that some knife makers sell their toys for. In the meantime Swiss Army is the best bang for the book. The Victoria Knox Deluxe Tinker is hands down the best shop knife at $85.
@RJ-vb7gh5 ай бұрын
@@Chfhands1 There is a point when a tool does it's job perfectly well. And that tool isn't usually very expensive. Some folks have to spend insane money on tools or toys that don't do anything any better but are intended to boost their egos. This doesn't bother me, it provides jobs for "artisans" and creates some pretty things... and if the tool or toy works, it's all good. The funniest thing to me is how many high price designer things don't work as well as their cheaper and more practical counterparts. Someone who sells a $600.00 knife probably doesn't even account for the fact that it might ever be used to pry open a paint can or might even be dropped on a tile kitchen floor. That's where I draw the line... If a thing can't serve it's purpose, it's junk, no matter how pretty it is, or how much it costs.
@Karskyle703 ай бұрын
I usually carry a cheap doyle utility knife but i lost it so decided to try this guy out. So far it's a awesome knife my only complaint os how pointy the end of the clip is. I used to constantly snag and poke holes into things with a knife i used to carry that had a similar looking clip and it drove me insane
@boriscat19995 ай бұрын
Decent price for those specs. I usually go for Buck when I want a knife in that price range, but they don't quite have those specs. Buck 110BKS1 110 Slim Select is USA made in a similar $40 price range. It's a little bigger but overall the specs are worse, 420HC steel which I don't like as well as D2. I have G10 handle/scales on many of my fixed blades (lionSTEEL mostly), but I'm less particular about scales on folders. I'm happy with the glass-filled nylon on my Buck.
@njack96435 ай бұрын
Why was I thinking it was $10?
@samholdsworth4205 ай бұрын
Because harbor freight used to be cheap
@dizzlerizzle2775Ай бұрын
most knifes with d2 steel range from 100-300 dollars
@trekgod35 ай бұрын
Their cost on those is probably under $5
@samholdsworth4205 ай бұрын
$0.97
@bripslag5 ай бұрын
Who cares what their cost is? What matters is whether it's a good value for about $40.
@impetus4445 ай бұрын
@@bripslagI think trekgod3 only brought up because the video thumbnail claims that the knife is a loss leader, which clearly is bullshit at $40.
@Lonewolfmike5 ай бұрын
Looks a lot like a Begg Glimpse knife.
@Intoxacajun5 ай бұрын
Bought one, returned it. Did not think it was worth $40. May pick up another if I can get it with coupon for $30. It's worth that.
@beauxtx19595 ай бұрын
I collect knives and this one is my favorite EDC carry.
@allen-gt5ng5 ай бұрын
I rather have my milwaukee knife where they put unlock mechanism makes it easy one hand operation . but the icon torque wrenches oh yes I got 2 more I need to get to.habe them all
@user-lo1vw2qf6o5 ай бұрын
Civivi Mini Praxis...you get more than what you pay for.
@Skwish69525 ай бұрын
It took me almost 3 months of checking in at HF till I finally found one. When I took it up to pay for it, the cashier thanked me for not just stealing it. It's a good knife I like it. And as far as the controversy, 🤷. Legally, I think there is enough changes that it's not technically a clone. It's shady how they went about it, but there is only so many ways you can make a knife. All knives look like an older knife if you look hard enough.
@denoftools5 ай бұрын
Well, that’s kind of why I compared to the Kenne onion that I have as there essentially the same concept
@jbrc89privacy5 ай бұрын
When he said he had 3 of the Kershaw and now only knows where one is he lost me. I lost a Kershaw 16 years ago and I still can't sleep over it sometimes, that said if u take the clip off the icon its a good knife
@scottschreiber60085 ай бұрын
Lmao. I know, I know. I carry the RYOBI knife with the glass breaker on the bottom. I know! I know! I do have to sharpen it often but I do like it for a work carry knife.
@Wiseblood20125 ай бұрын
Looks kind of like my old Spiderco Native.
@timraber65755 ай бұрын
We are getting a new Harbor Freight store here in Henderson KY. When it opens, I will go looking for it. I carry a small knife I picked up at Tractor Supply. Although I am not a Harbor Freight fan, I do go into the stores when I have one near. The new one is now just 10 miles and I go right by it on the into town.
@pitdawg64185 ай бұрын
Ain't no one paying $40 plus tax for a pocket knife out of Harbor Freight! People are in Harbor Freight for a reason and it sure isn't to spend $40 on a pocket knife to beat up.
@__hjg__21235 ай бұрын
ain't no one shopping at Harbor Freight paying full price unless they don't know who to shop at Harbor Freight.
@Tenskwatawa4U5 ай бұрын
@@__hjg__2123What?
@patrickgorham42695 ай бұрын
Well unless you're a knife nerd like me and you happen to be buying a tool and come across this knife which you won't unless a shipment just came in because as for now they sell faster than they can be stocked, it's not just another harbour freight junk knife that's gonna fall apart after the first couple of uses, it's actually a well made knife, the real knife this is copied after uses all the same materials, might be just a little more solid but it's also $120 or more, you're actually getting a lot of features and more premium materials for basically chump change, go ahead and get you a Kershaw with the same materials but plan on paying double for it and I like Kershaw, try finding a Kershaw with D2 steel, G10 carbon fiber inlade handle scales and ceramic bearings for less than $69-75. Aint gonna happen, their 8cr13mov Steel blades with plastic scales are as much or more than this knife, if you find one cheaper then look at what the blade is made from, most likely 420 trash can steel. 8cr13mov is just a little better than 420 but D2 is a pretty good step above it and again I like Kershaw but their knives with premium steels are as pricey as Spydercos, between $120 to over $200 for a three, three and a half inch blade, I like bigger blades though I do have and still buy smaller bladed knives at times if it catches my eye. They're just a little pricey for the smaller blade segment of knives but not near as expensive as some but if you're getting a Kershaw at $20 or under you're getting exactly what you pay for and that's ok too just be aware of what you're getting and compare with others before you make your decision. I don't just buy more premium knives, if a gas station knife catches my eye I might buy it if it's not over $15-20, MAYBE, I have several and have carried and used them and they're not horrible for basic cutting tasks and for the most part other than the blade steel they're pretty solid for what they are and are getting better.
@jer39965 ай бұрын
How about the Icon gold plated ratchet?
@patrickgorham42695 ай бұрын
@@jer3996 Don't know anything about it except I've seen the ad, don't know how good iconic ratchets are but I do know one thing, you can gold plate a pile of cow manure but it doesn't make the product any better, just a fancy peice of **** , catch my drift. I own this knife, for around $40 you get more premium materials all the way through it and is well built, I'm not saying it's the greatest knife on the planet but it's a good starter knife for a new knife guy that wants something a little different and not break the bank. The only thing that could be better for the price is the liner lock could be could be thicker making it a more solid knife. Kershaw is now doing this, making the liner lock thinner like this I'm sure to save money on their cheaper knives with cheaper blade steel than they use to have, you know, it's the American way, GIVE LESS CHARGE MORE. You've noticed when you open a plastic water bottle you can barely hold on to it because they are SO MUCH thinner than they use to be, if you grip it too hard it crushes in your hand spilling the water out. So it is with almost everything nowadays. Everyone swearing by Kershaw and as I've said I like Kershaw also, they're not made in America, even Case knives now, if it doesn't say MADE IN AMERICA, it's made in China, yes even Case. Some Kershaws are made in America but you're gonna pay for it for sure. You know what, I just thought of something that could've been a BRILLIANT marketing ploy from Harbour freight to get more people in their stores. They come out with this knife that's a great copy of a more expensive knife made with the same materials and for us knife nerds and we're all over it, this is why you almost can't find it on the shelf, even now, they're drawing more people in that might not normally shop there. It's like when a well known knife making company like say Spyderco releases a new knife and as soon as it drops for sale anywhere it's gone in minutes or even seconds because people are sitting and watching for months, it might be a year before you can actually get your hands on one, creating a frenzy and the end result is they're creating a price hike, just like car dealerships way over charging for a C8 Corvette. I've still never seen this knife on the shelf, my wife bought it for me for Christmas, just so happened they just got them in. GENIUS HARBOR FREIGHT. Stay safe and God bless.
@KeithConley5 ай бұрын
I have on and it's turned into my EDC for a couple of months now. Love the action of it, it opens super easily. The only improvement I can think of is a little rework to the clip, it's pretty tight, and adding some knerling to the opening lever just for a little more friction against the finger when opening the knife.
@CB-wq4eu5 ай бұрын
Keep it for 40.00, competition with equal steel better heat treatment & better scales for 25-34.
@billclancy49135 ай бұрын
Ontario RAT 1 in D2 is far superior for a similar pricepoint.
@garymiller59375 ай бұрын
The ICON is nice but $40? Not for me. $20? Maybe. $12.50? That's the buy it now price. 😊❤ Thanks for the review Jeff! I certainly appreciate it. 😊😊😊❤❤❤
@ballhead32945 ай бұрын
Evidently you haven't priced a d2 steel and g10 handled knife. This is an excellent price point. I will be buying one soon. Thanks Red
@EvilTwinRC515 ай бұрын
They don’t accept food stamps.
@44Mag5 ай бұрын
I tend to agree with you...I think I would still take a D2 Civivi in that price range. They are proven and I trust them. I would put this in the same category as the Kershaw OSO Sweet. (Under $30 pretty much anywhere) This one should be in that $25 range.
@larryzielinski70675 ай бұрын
Sencut would be my choice. Same company as Civivi, the low cost option from We knives.
@jonmcdonald63745 ай бұрын
Seriously!?!? Not only is this a great steel, but it has great scale material, and it operates on ceramic bearings.... I'm not trying to be a dick here, but I think you should do a little research on knives and compare the features of this one. My Benchmade, and Kershaw edc's are both on the shelf, so I can carry a good knife that if I lose, won't make me cry lol
@jim39225 ай бұрын
I bought the icon knife about a month ago with a coupon. It is a nice knife. But there are a few things I don’t like and have decided it’ll live in my tool box instead of my pocket. It’s heftier than my normal pocket knives. I’m disappointed with the blade lock. There’s too much friction between the blade and the locking bar and the bar doesn’t fully seat. Which makes me a little worried that the lock will slip and the blade could fold while using it. I also don’t like the flipping it open with my index finger. I’d rather have something on the spine of the blade so I could open it with my thumb.
@vincehatina69875 ай бұрын
And they have that $15 off coupon til 3/31/24
@Atx_s2k5 ай бұрын
I just wish it was reversible pocket clip for left hands
@Zuretti495 ай бұрын
my guess is that Harbor Freight 'copied' the Begg Glimpse knife which is currently selling for $79. I have both - the Glimpse is smaller and the blade a bit fancier and overall great feel. The Ikon is bigger and , as you say in this review, 'is more robust'... I will be using it for my EDC and see what I think.
@stevemillerecon5 ай бұрын
So far it looks a bit like my Kershaw Oso Sweet.
@Drohman885 ай бұрын
Milwaukee def has the best knifes for the money
@wngimageanddesign95465 ай бұрын
It's just D2 steel. Not the best choice for a blade. It's OK but overpriced at 40.00. I've bought larger knives with D2, bearings, and real wood handles for less (Vicshark). With a coupon, it would be a better deal. Nice looking though. FYI, I have no blade length restriction where I live, so I can carry as big a knife I care to. So I usually either have a big folding, or fixed blade bushcraft or hunting knife on my belt when outdoors. A big knife comes in handy in my part of the world.
@fuzzybmw5 ай бұрын
I bought a $10-$20 smith and Wesson folding knife from tractor supply about 3-5 years ago. It’s my daily use in mechanics, in the retail jobs, home improvement, when I did siding a roofing. It’s been put through some use and it’s held up great. I bought a Mac knife sharpener so I can better keep up on it but damn has it held up and it’s kept me happy. Even the pocket clip has held up which has been the primary reason for retiring a knife They either get bent or something to where it doesn’t matter and this has held up
@Mosely20075 ай бұрын
I still carry my case pocket knives. Great everyday tool 60 yrs so far. This knife is worth it.interesting
@markanderson86775 ай бұрын
Pocket knives from some of the biggern names (Benchmade, Spyderco etc.) are off the charts expensive. This looks like it's one you'd use and not be afraid you're going to lose it or break. Thanks!
@jwigley38355 ай бұрын
I'll have to give it a try. That's a good price for what seems to be a quality blade.
@Butcherbuilt5 ай бұрын
I've carried a Buck 110 lite for years. While watching another youtuber ( Puddins Fab Shop) I kept noticing the Milwaukee Fastback he carries and uses quite often. I bought one of those. Yes, it's a utility knife and I do less cutting and more junkyard parts removal with this one. I need to get back to a good comfortable KNIFE to carry. I will get one of these as soon as they are back in stock!!
@wayne95185 ай бұрын
I’ve gone through a lot of knives. Some lost, some given away, some broken, and a couple surrendered to the TSA 🤦♂️. Currently and one that I’ve probably had the longest is a Milwaukee Fastback. I’ve gotten used to the red. Probably one of the best deals out there.
@huffingfarts5 ай бұрын
I've carried the 1505 Fastback for a few years now, just got the updated version. Great tools, only thing I haven't really used is the bottle opener because apparently day drinking at work is frowned upon.
@djoir5 ай бұрын
I don't make my living with my pocket knife, but I have been using a Gerber Quadrant for years for my pocket knife. It cuts things well and survives the occasional accidental run through the laundry like a champ.
@ZaneDouglas15 ай бұрын
At that price it should have a thumb stud, gimping on the spine, a reversible pocket clip, and the clip should be held in place with more than one screw. One screw means there’s more torque pressure on the clip in just one spot, which could lead to stripping of the screw.
@MarineX5 ай бұрын
Not bad. I'd get a dlc Civivi mini praxis or QSP penguin d2. Both $29
@lawdog5165 ай бұрын
I have 3 Mini Praxis by Civivi EDC knives, I believe they are the best under $30 knives out there, buy one you won’t be sorry
@gjk15045 ай бұрын
Qsp parrot carrier here🤙
@randyzinn5485 ай бұрын
I love the icon knife. I have one. I bought mine From my son when he lost his job. I paid 30$ for it. Awesome knife. One of the mechanics just bought one. I don't know what he thinks of it yet.
@TurboLSRanger5 ай бұрын
Bought one a few months ago. Pocket clip sucked so had to return it
@bigrobbo78745 ай бұрын
You can't beat a Case knife, my friend.
@LowriderSteve69215 ай бұрын
Hate it or love it this knife is awesome, almost a yr later and people still talking about it 👍💪
@larryschmidt35945 ай бұрын
Plenty of quality D2 knives on Amazon for mid 20 range. Was expecting this to come in around the same area.
@benjamincuevas1995 ай бұрын
I’ve been carrying the Gerber gator for 25 years. I might have to ad this to the collection.
@sotoo96455 ай бұрын
It's been the Gerber EZ-OUT for me, ever since they came out. I've tried so many other knives, but I kept going back to the EZ-OUT. I have several stashed away, in case they ever stop making them, and have handed out a few to knifeless friends/family.
@Nothingtoya5 ай бұрын
I just dont trust Chinese D2, its real hit and miss. As for the liner lock, Ill take it over Spydercos compression lock.
@gjk15045 ай бұрын
I can't agree with this more. Buck heat treats their 420HC so well that it outperformed Civivi D2 in one of project farms video.
@mumbles1justin5 ай бұрын
I stopped carrying a knife years ago because I always end up breaking the tips off and having to buy a new one. May have to try the icon if they’re going to replace it every other week under warranty for life.
@Scupplin5 ай бұрын
Buy yourself a small pry bar and stop assuming a knife does that job.
@mumbles1justin5 ай бұрын
@@Scupplin Ill use whatever I have on me if it gets the job done even it requires sacrificing a tool. Most tips got broken using as a screwdriver.
@4WDriver5 ай бұрын
@@mumbles1justin, you know, I would normally be on your side on something like this cuz 'Murica; but you were literally just complaining about the issue, and someone offers a genuine, practical solution and you basically spit in their face. If you were happy to keep breaking knife tips at YOUR OWN expense, then more power to ya, you bought it, it's yours to do with as you see fit. BTW, multi-tools are a thing, and they don't take hardly any more space than a decent size folder.
@gypsydildopunks70835 ай бұрын
Always be prepared
@Scupplin5 ай бұрын
@@mumbles1justin don't touch any of my tools. Don't be shocked if HF doesn't warranty the knife because it was improperly used.
@davidruiz24745 ай бұрын
GERBERS Combat folder is still the standard 👌
@99machinist995 ай бұрын
Was anyone else hoping for a description of how sharp it came out of the box? Or maybe an edge retention test?
@WhoDoUthinkUr5 ай бұрын
Maybe on Clearance.
@domnick78865 ай бұрын
Worked as a mechanic for 45 years. Bought a Case knife two blades my first week on the job. Carried it all those years in my pocket as a work knife. Handle and blades show a little wear but it still sharpens to the point i could shave with it.
@burtenplays4 ай бұрын
Eh I waistband carry knives and I had pocket clip knives I put on my waist band that full open without me knowing. Ran into that a few times, the basically perfect knife but only good for a pocket.
@tboneaja5 ай бұрын
I bought one of these last month last one in stock, I opened the box to check it out, it is indeed a very nice knife for 39.99, it has so much controversy about it that I boxed it back up and maybe it will become a collector item with more value in the future??
@syn40575 ай бұрын
D2 steel, ceramic bearings, for $40. Not bad. Get a coupon, absolutely. I have several less expensive D2 knives in my bag. Bought them before they became popular and went up in price. The Icon may do the same
@urbanairgunner64025 ай бұрын
I had the ken onion in red and a black version without the snap-OFF logo. I have been a professional mechanic for over 30 years so I've carried a lot of knives lol. I'm carrying a small spiderco in hi-vis . I'm not totally sold on harbor freight tools but I'm starting to purchase a couple of things here and there. I'm not a total snap-off fan either.😊
@chefchris51335 ай бұрын
Nice knife, been carrying it for a few weeks. Of course my goofy ass gouged the crap out of finger opening a package. Yes it is sharp.😮
@KevinCook3705 ай бұрын
How can they take a loss? Look where it came from! Let’s be realistic!
@michaeldorman31525 ай бұрын
I would use this in my tools. Love the look and price.
@CaptainXanax5 ай бұрын
I have an (irrational?) fear of carrying tip up. I've been carrying the same Kershaw Blur for the last 7 years and it has treated me well. If I lose or kill this one, I'll replace it with the same knife. I only buy knives made in the USA.
@WolfsHaven5 ай бұрын
It's very reminiscent of their old gordon drop point knife that runs for $10 sometimes less. A little fancier, a little better materials, but I don't know if it's $30 better. Don't get me wrong I have about a dozen of the Gordon's, I keep them in cars, various bags, and drawers. They are handy it even was my EDC for a several years till my boss gave the techs a multitool for Christmas. It has a bigger blade, a flip out bit driver and spots on the handle for 4 bits. It's very convenient for work and easier to carry around than the Gerber center drive, I also keep in my tech bag.
@tedlarson20785 ай бұрын
I wish you would bring the bear back
@G95G954 күн бұрын
I bought one, it has horrendous ergonomics, handle way too small, the banana curve to it is awkward, but it's well made for sure
@vittoriovuocolo24385 ай бұрын
No serrated edge is a deal breaker .i would pass it up.
@cerial04115 ай бұрын
Looks like a good knife. Probably one of those items they actually are taking a loss on and will always have limited supply. But it gets you in the door so maybe you buy a tool bag or a set of sockets while you are there and they make money that way.
@jdii56985 ай бұрын
I've been carrying one for about two months now and the build quality if very good.. My only issue is the pocket clip is almost to tight to make unclipping it a bit had at times. But bang for the buck it can't be beat. And for $40.00 if I lose it i'm not going to be crying.
@rockhunter62605 ай бұрын
I bent my clip out a little, a lot better👍🏻
@justinecooper95755 ай бұрын
That knife is $92.00 on Amazon!
@johndalessandro64335 ай бұрын
To me the most important thing is it easy to sharpen. I dont know alot about that steel. Anyone tell me more about it?